40, Pomona ... Imam of the...

40, Pomona ... Imam of the Islamic Educational Center of Orange

County ... Since Sept. 11, has spent much of his time helping others

understand Islam through open houses and discussions ... Attended

seminary in Qum, Iran ... Strives to create an ideal Muslim community

in Orange County, to “enlighten the hearts of the people with the

message of Islam” through religious, social and educational

institutions ... The Islamic Center is expanding and is in the

process of negotiating a piece of land on which to build a

traditional mosque, full-time Islamic school and other facilities to

serve a variety of needs, including medical programs ... Been at the

center for three years ... Says all foods are his favorite as long as

the food is lawful and Islamically accepted ... Unranked last year